Problem Solving (studtfull) - Problem Solving I The...

Problem SolvingI. The GestaltistsA. Perception & Problem Solving1. Main interestsa. Perception1-Perceptual Illusions2-Innate Principles of Organization2. Cognitive Restructuringe.g., Necker Cube-same stimulus, depending on how you perceive it, can appear two different ways-Likewise, problem solving involves perceiving a problem in a new way (Cognitive Restructuring), and seeing the patterns & proper relations among items in a probleme.g., Tale of Young Gauss (Productive vs. Reproductive Knowledge)B. Problem Solution1. Insight: the (often) sudden restructuring that leads to solution of a problem (the “Eureka!” effect)2. Incubation & Unconscious ProcessesInsight is often preceded by a period of Incubation, where one is not consciously thinking of the problem.However, unconscious processes may be at work that lead to restructuring, and then to insight & solution.

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C. Fixation: Impediments to Problem SolutionFixation is the greatest impediment to insight & problem solution. Prior knowledge & old strategies may prevent us from seeing a useful structure or pattern within a problem.

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